Description
Indulge in a rich and spicy delight with this Cajun Steak Tips in Cheesy Rigatoni Parmesan Sauce. Tender Cajun-seasoned steak tips are paired with a creamy, cheesy rigatoni Parmesan sauce for the ultimate comfort meal with a kick and a satisfying cheesy finish.
Ingredients
Steak Tips:
- 1 lb steak tips (sirloin or ribeye), cut into bite-sized pieces
Rigatoni Parmesan Sauce:
- 10 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning (plus more to taste)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp butter (divided)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella or Fontina cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Sear the Steak: Season steak tips with Cajun seasoning. Heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear steak until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- Cook the Pasta: In a large pot, boil salted water and cook rigatoni until al dente. Drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
- Make the Sauce Base: In the same skillet, add remaining butter. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add the Cheese: Stir in Parmesan until melted. If using, add mozzarella or Fontina. Season with salt, pepper, and more Cajun seasoning if desired.
- Combine: Toss cooked rigatoni into the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed to thin. Fold in steak tips gently.
- Serve: Plate immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan and cracked black pepper.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop, Boiling
- Cuisine: Cajun, Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 730
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
